Exhibitions, performances and more.
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- Children and Families
- Christmas
- Exeter Cathedral events
- Library & Archives
- Music and Concerts
- Special Tours
- Workshops
From 08/01/2026 – 19/11/2026
11:00 am
Onwards & Upwards Tour
Explore Exeter Cathedral at ground level to discover its finest medieval features before heading upwards into its fascinating roof space.
From 07/03/2026 – 26/11/2026
11:15 am
Roof Tour
Join a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour and visit the Cathedral’s roof voice, wander high above the nave, visit the Lead Room and Ringing Chamber and enjoy the best views of Exeter and beyond from the North Tower.
13/11/2026
8:00 pm
Devon Philharmonic Orchestra: Mahler’s Symphony No. 6
Devon Philharmonic Orchestra returns to Exeter Cathedral with Mahler’s Symphony No. 6.
From 13/11/2026 – 13/12/2026
10:00 am
Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market 2026
Nestled in the historic heart of Exeter, the Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market returns. Open from 10am Friday 13th November 2026 – 5pm Sunday 13th December 2026 – bigger, brighter and more magical than ever.
17/11/2026
1:00 pm
Library & Archives In Focus: What’s In An Archive? (Free Drop-In Event)
The perfect introduction to the Cathedral Archives for history-lovers of every age and background.
From 19/11/2026 – 20/11/2026
8:00 pm
Rise Up with Teachers Rock
Following the Rise Up recording experience at Exeter Cathedral, Teachers Rock® is thrilled to be returning for two very special concerts this November at Exeter Cathedral.
24/11/2026
7:00 pm
Gabrieli Roar Presents Mr Handel’s Christmas Story
Gabrieli’s full Baroque orchestra and singers will be joined by schools and youth choirs from across Devon to celebrate Christmas and introduce young people to some of Handel’s greatest music.
26/11/2026
7:00 pm
Christmas at the Musicals
No.1 selling classical soprano and star of The Voice UK, Nadia Eide, is touring her brand new Christmas concert tour Christmas At The Musicals this winter.
26/11/2026
2:00 pm
Art of the Book: The Anatomy of Books
Explore remarkable early printed books in the Cathedral Library to discover clues to how books were printed, sewn and bound in the hand-press period.
27/11/2026
7:30 pm
The Music of Whitney Houston by Candlelight
Enjoy the best of Whitney Houston at this candlelit concert performed live inside the beautiful Exeter Cathedral.
28/11/2026
4:00 pm
Christingle Service 2026
Join us for a wonderful Christingle service, perfect for families with young children, to tell the story of Jesus set to popular hymns sung by Exeter Cathedral Choir.
28/11/2026
10:45 am
Be a Chorister for a Day 2026
Be a Chorister for a Day is an experience for children aged 6-10 (school years 2-5) who love to sing.